2007 Audi TT vs. 1996 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1996 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Audi | Audi |
| Model | TT | A4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
